June 30, 2012

Comments

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Danny Rashkind, June 30, 2012

Thank you so much Tom for helping Mia and I raise awareness, and taking to leave the set and make our day.

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Marianne Mick, June 30, 2012

What a wonderful way to get a little more NF awareness! Good job Mia (and Danny). Thank you Mr. Hanks for giving Mia memories to last a life time. Not all celebrities embrace the characters they play for a younger audience in that way.

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Angie, June 30, 2012

Mr. Hanks, you are a class act. I too have a son Mia's age fighting Neurofibromatosis, Type 1, just like Mia. We spend hours at Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters in Norfolk watching the growth of his optic glioma tumor and treating other effects of the disease. We appreciate your willingness to raise awareness of this disease. This is not the first story I've heard about your grace and class since you've been here in VA. Thank you again!!

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Cindy Mac, June 30, 2012

That was so awesome of Tom and the other cast and crew members to spend some time with a young fan. I would have loved to hear him "run lines" as Woody. Good job, Danny!

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Karen Sezek, June 30, 2012

Thank You Mr. Hanks for making a little girls dream. You have a generous and kind heart.
NF1 is a nasty disorder, I have seen the devastaion in my own family..
Thank You again... The very best to you and your family.

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Mark, June 30, 2012

Thank you so much for posting this.

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Krystena Richards, June 30, 2012

Heartwarming... BIG BIG smile from a mama with the cutest and sweetest little boy, Evan Riley, in the world who also has NF1 with optic Gliomas.

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Sheila Cohoon, June 30, 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to say "hi" to Mia and her dad. NF needs more awareness and you have help with what all us families living with NF fight for. I'm sure you made both of their day VERY special. To are truly a gifted, special spirit. Thank you.

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Chantell coopet, June 30, 2012

Awesome I have nf1and love that y'all are raising awareness about it

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Barbara, June 30, 2012

Thank you Tom, my daughter has NF and raising awareness is so crucial for our future. xxx

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Ed Scruggs, June 30, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks for bringing more awareness to NF1! Our little girl has gliomas on each optic nerve, but is now stable. We hope to find a cure before she reaches adulthood.

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Jennifer, June 30, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks. You may never understand how much that seemingly small gesture means to all of us with NF, and our loved ones.

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Alyssa Zerges, June 30, 2012

Thank you so much, Mr. Hanks for helping to bring more awareness to Neurofibromatosis, and for taking time out of your busy schedule to make Mia's day. You, truly have an amazing heart!

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Anita Gribben, June 30, 2012

Thank you Tom Hanks for taking time out to meet our brave NF Hero Mia and for helping bring awareness for Neurofibromatosis. My 14 year old son also has NF ( we are HUGE fans of all your movies !!! ) and so far in the past 2 years he has raised over $25,000 to help find a cure for NF . To read his story www.ctf.kintera.org/r4r2013/baileygribben

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Lucille Mahady, June 30, 2012

Thank you Mr Tom Hamks for your kindness.

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Roxanne Thomas, June 30, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks, you are a wonderful, generous person. Children, adults, and families with NF need and appreciate this awareness very much.

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Maria Joffrion, June 30, 2012

Thank you Tom, for taking the time to meet Mia and for supporting NF research. My son Tommy is an NF survivor with brain tumors and leukemia. Thank you Mia

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Ron LaBella , July 01, 2012

You are a credit to all of humanity. I salute you, Mr. Tom Hanks! (And coming from me, that says a lot about you!) OUTSTANDING!

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Amie Rigsby , July 01, 2012

Mr. Hanks- We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for agreeing to meet Mia and Danny to help them raise awareness for NF. It was truley an honor to meet you and the rest of the cast. We can't wait to see the movie!

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Dawn Brown, July 01, 2012

Thank you Tom Hanks! I met Mia for the first time a few months ago, she is a special little girl. She is such an ambassador for NF. I am so glad you gave her the chance to meet you and Woody too! I hope you've had the chance to enjoy Hampton Roads!
My Best,
Dawn Brown
Treasurer, Toby's Dream Foundation

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Beverly Grefrath, July 01, 2012

Thank you so VERY VERY MUCH for taking time out of your busy schedule to vist with Mia and help raise NF awareness!! I myself have a daughter and grandson with NF. On August 10th the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Jefferson City, MO is hosting an event for The Littlest Tumor Foundaton. I cordially invite you to this event it would be AMAZING for NF Awareness...you would rock this city by attending and millions would come to see the AWESOME Tom Hanks!!! I realize your are a very busy man and have a lot going on...but My Mom always says, it never hurts to just ask!

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lee rashkind, July 01, 2012

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to meet my son and his daughter.I hope this will help raise awareness for NF.There are so many people who have little information or understanding about NF.Thank you again .

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greg chaniot, July 02, 2012

well done mr. hanks!!
you made a little girls day.
there is no more noble gesture than that.

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Gary Mantz, July 02, 2012

Mr. Hanks is a real gentleman and made little Mia and Danny's day. Good on you Tom! Mia made some videos which are just adorable. She is an inspiration of all that can be good. Keep on dancing little girl.

Thanks to Mr. Tom for taking time out of his busy day to spend time with this very special little lady. She will always remember this.

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Kevin Landgraf, July 02, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks for taking the time to meet Mia and for your understanding of whats really important in life.

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Greg Lee, July 02, 2012

Well done sir! Your kindness and sincerity is duly noted and greatly appreciated. I have always been a fan of Tom Hanks the actor. Now I am a fan of Tom Hanks the man.

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G.M, July 02, 2012

Great gesture Tom! Maybe this can help spread the word about the fight to end Neurofibromatosis

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Rick Cole, July 02, 2012

Mr. Hanks,
Been a huge fan since Splash. Thank you so much for taking the time out with Mia and Danny. Mia has a lot of people pulling and praying for her. It is kind gestures like yours that help make this life worth living.

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David Bumpus, July 02, 2012

Mr. Tom Hanks, thank you so very much for taking time from your busy schedule to meet with Mia. I am a long time fan of your work and I appreciate the fact that you are such a genuinely compassionate & kind soul. I wish you & yours all the best.
Sincerely, David Bumpus

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Robert Dennis, July 02, 2012

Mr. Hanks, thank you for helping in the fight to end Neurofibromatosis.

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Chris, July 02, 2012

Very cool Tom! Thank you :)

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Derek Bollhoefer, July 02, 2012

Tom, may others follow your example. You are a true gentleman and I thank you for spending some time to bring a big smile to Mia's face.

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T Beck, July 02, 2012

Nice gesture Mr. Hanks!

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Lorne M, July 02, 2012

That's some stand-up stuff, Mr. Hanks.
Thank you for taking the time to meet with sweet little Mia and her father, Danny. Gestures such as yours can only help them in their quest to raise the public's awareness of this serious condition.
CHEERS from Canada!

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Chris Walters , July 02, 2012

Thanks for all your philanthropy work and especially for taking time with Mia. Mia and her father have a huge extended family that really appreciate your help in drawing more attention to Neurofibromatosis.

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John, July 02, 2012

Thank you Mr Hanks for taking\
the time to cheer up little Mia.
Spread the story about NF any way
possible.Through major celebrities like you,
perhaps NF will get the attention
it deserves.

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Jason A, July 02, 2012

Thank you, Mr. Hanks, for taking time out of your busy schedule for such a fine gesture. You are a true gentleman.

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Sean Haitsuka, July 02, 2012

Aloha and mahalo for spending some time with Mia, it looked like a great day.

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David Abramson, July 02, 2012

Very cool Tom! Thank you :)

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Larry McD, July 02, 2012

Mr Hanks - It's great to see you and your crew take the time and spend time with Mia... That few moments of your time made a huge impact on the life of a little girl. Bravo!

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John Jones, July 02, 2012

taking the time to spend a moment with Mia meant a lot to her, being generous with your time means a lot to me.
a grand gesture, very much appreciated.
i've been a fan since bosom buddies, still proud to support your work.
thanks again.

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Gary Miller, July 02, 2012

Nothing But Respect,for your time you gave Mia and Danny,Plus Thank you for your posting her on your website and helping spread the word about Mia and the many children fighting Neurofibromatosis.It is a Noble gesture,Respect.

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Waterdogs, July 02, 2012

Mr. Hanks, your reputation as a stand-up guy just got bumped up a few notches. Thank you for brightening up Mia`s day !

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Clockwork477, July 02, 2012

I knew you are great on the screen, but to know your even better off screen is priceless. Thanks for making Mia smile.

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Wayne Reimer, July 02, 2012

Tom,
I know Mia & her Dad, and I know how much your taking the time to talk to Mia meant to both of them. The disease is a horrible punishment for a beautiful child...filled with pain, suffering and constant Doctor & hospital stays.
You spending a few moments with her made a little girls day, week, month and year...she was able to forget the disease she suffers, just for a little while.
Thank you for that

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AJ, July 02, 2012

Thanks so much Tom for all that you do. You're a true credit to your craft and truly an amazing human being.
AJ

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Jim Wilson, July 03, 2012

Class act, sir! Thanks for taking time to do things like that. It is the little things that mean the most and make the best memories.

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Carmen, July 03, 2012

Very nice gesture Mr Hanks!

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B, July 03, 2012

It is tremendous little things that big people do to enrich the little ones.
B

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David, July 03, 2012

Thank you for helping to make a young girls day, to expand others awareness of this disease, and for using your popularity to impact change. Class act Sir!

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Mike Swan, July 03, 2012

This was very nice of you, Tom. Mia and Danny are good folks, and I think you are too.

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Brian H, July 03, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks! I know that this meant a lot to Mia and her Dad. I applaude you taking time out of your busy schedule to put a smile on their faces!

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Hoot, July 03, 2012

Mr Hanks, thank you for taking time to meet with this wonderful young lady.

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Mike Scott, July 03, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks for taking time out of your busy shooting schedule to speak to a wonderful young lady.

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Des Switzer, July 03, 2012

Thank you, Mr. Hanks, for making Mia & Danny smile and helping to get the word out about Neurofibromatosis.

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Catherine DeFelice, July 03, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks for making this little girl's day! She will remember this, always.

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Robert Groff, July 03, 2012

Mr. Hanks,
That was so cool of you to take time to meet Mia and see what a beautiful child she is. I have the pleasure of saying that Danny is a friend of mine and it is so nice to see that someone like you takes interest and time to visit with Mia and her dad.

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Jason E., July 03, 2012

Well done good sir!
Thankyou very much,I know it meant alot.

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R. Thompson, July 03, 2012

Very cool! Thanks for taking the time for her- I know you made her day!

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Garry Kirsch, July 03, 2012

Always been a huge fan - now more than ever. Tom, you are top of the class. We fall in love with many of the characters you play, but it's great to know the man behind the characters is a genuine, caring person, generous with his time. It justifies and verifies the image we all carry of you.

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Ian, July 03, 2012

Well done Mr Hanks. Thank you for this.

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josh, July 03, 2012

Very cool! Thanks for posting this!

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AJ B, July 03, 2012

two heroes fighting the fight. Thanks Mia and Tom! Pretty awesome of Tom to recite Woody's lines. Bless you both.

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Russell Jones, July 03, 2012

Thank you Mr. Hanks for taking the time to meet with this darling little girl .

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Joe S., July 03, 2012

Wow, so heartwarming to hear this. Mr. Hanks, you are truly a class act. God bless Mia and Danny in their fight.

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andrew Lee Franklin, July 03, 2012

Mr. Hanks,
Thank you so much for your gesture of kindness. You actions will go remembered for years to come. That little girl's life has been changed immeasurably by the gift of your time and attention. If we all gave but a little of ourselves for those like Mia, the world would truly change for the better.
God Bless you, Sir!!!

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Ernesto Urdaneta, July 03, 2012

Mr Hanks,
You walk with kings, but keep a common touch.
Thank you for your kindness sir...E

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El Gringo, July 03, 2012

So nice of you to take the time to meet Mia... you're a great guy!

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Hal O., July 04, 2012

AWESOME!!

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Sean Bagbey, July 04, 2012

Thank you sir. I am sure Mia and her father will always remember this.

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Doug, July 04, 2012

Awesome act of kindness Mr. Hanks. Mia is an incredible little girl that we have all come to know and love. This will be a great memory for her and Danny. Thank-you, I always have enjoyed you as an actor and I admire you as a person.

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Norph, July 04, 2012

Thanks Mr. Hanks for taking the time to chat to Mia, I'm sure that is made her day. God bless

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Joshua B., July 04, 2012

You are a good man, doing good things. Thank you, sir.

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Phil Coffer, July 04, 2012

Class act. Thank you for making a little girls day...

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James, July 04, 2012

Your heart is as big as Forrest Gump's. Good job, Woody! :)

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Keith K., July 04, 2012

Thanks for taking the time to brighten a little girl's day. No doubt you know what a thrill it was to her and her Dad.
Kudos for doing this.

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Ernst, July 04, 2012

Thank you for taking time. Ernst

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DMK, July 04, 2012

Thank you Tom for making such a good effort towards helping to encourage Mia and bring attention to Neurofibromatosis! This conservative appreciates you.

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Eddie McGlynn, July 05, 2012

Good job Mr. Hanks! Honor and respect, Eddie. Happy Fourth of July too!

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Shawna (Mia's Mom), July 05, 2012

Mr. Hanks...or "Tom" as Mia now calls you, Thank you, it's that simple. When all the news of you filming in Hampton Roads is over, when all of the cameras are gone, when all of that vanishes...Mia, her Dad and all of those that deal with NF will still be here. Mia, talks about you as though she truly knows you and is very proud of the fact that "yeah, I met Tom Hanks"! I hope that you may find the time to look up some info on Mia and NF. We need all the help we can get to spread the word. Her dad will be running the rock n roll half marathon here in Va Beach in Septemeber to raise awareness for NF...How cool would it be to cross the finish line with Mia? :-)

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Fred, July 05, 2012

Thanks Tom, for taking the time to make a little girl's day better.

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Pernille siesing, July 05, 2012

Thank you for helping that girl. It is a good cause and a very good way to raise awareness abouth that disease.

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Kathryn Marcuzzo, July 06, 2012

Mr. Hanks, you have always been a favorite actor of mine!! You are so very talented!! Thank you for being an amazing person inside and out!! I know little Mia will never forget meeting you, and all of us that follow Mia, feel very blessed that she was able to experience such a kind, giving man!! Thank you and God bless you!!

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Tony Carico, July 06, 2012

Thanks Tom for taking time out to meet Mia and Danny. She is a tough little lady and Danny is a great father and your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated!

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AJD, July 06, 2012

God bless you Mr.Hanks for being such a class act..

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Dan McKenzie, July 06, 2012

Mr. Hanks, you've always impressed me as a true class act in a world sadly lacking in them. This story just solidifies my opinion of you. Thank you for taking the time to make Mia's day and give her a special memory.

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Mike V, July 06, 2012

Mr Hanks,
Bravo to you for taking time out of your busy shooting schedule to make a little girl's day.
You sir, are a gentleman.

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Gary Collier, July 06, 2012

Thank you, sir, for taking some time to meet with that courageous little girl. She inspires a lot of us who know her story, and your simple kind gesture means the world to her, and tells everyone the kind of stand-up guy you are. In doing this small thing, you have done a great thing.

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Jeff mackenna, July 07, 2012

Mia is my hero as well. Her family is amazing.
Thank you Tom Hanks for helping out these wonderful people.

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Scott Adams, July 07, 2012

A very compassionate gesture Mr. Hanks.
Mia rules many hearts with her endurance and innocence.

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Gail Hybarger, July 07, 2012

Thank You Tom for your generosity in taking the time to talk with Mia. I have NF as does many of my family members from multiple generations. My brother died 4 years ago as have many other family members. Bringing awareness to NF has been a long time goal of mine. It is nice when a celebretiy or well kow person can bring some much needed attention to this horrible disorder.

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Fran Cone, July 11, 2012

My deepest gratitude, Mr. Hanks, for taking the time to connect with little Mia! On behalf of so many others who have seen the horrific affect NF has on not only the person who has it, but all those who love them, I thank you!!
LOVED you as an actor, and love you even more, for your compassion!
Most sincerely,
Fran
Mom of Drew who was the inspiration for this site:
http://www.tumornators.com/intro/

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Sensei Charles, July 17, 2012

Thank you Mr Hanks for raising awareness and being an all around class act.

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Lou Diana, July 17, 2012

Sir,
you are a class act and a man of character and honor for taking time to give joy and happiness to Mia. To often in this world people have no time to show any kindness or compassion for their fellow human beings. I am happy to say that not only do I enjoy your movies, but think that you are a true role model to everyone. God bless.
Lou

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Landi Tichler, August 01, 2012

Mr. Hanks! Wow..is all I can say! My daughter Jenna is 8 and has this same disorder. It's horrible to see what they will go through! God Bless you for taking time out and loving on her and making Neurofibromatosis more known just by taking a moment to raise awareness!!

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Brian , January 22, 2013

Thank you so much Tom...my son has NF1...and thank you so much for taking the time to visit with this family.
I've always thought you were a class act. Always above the Hollywood mess. THANK YOU!!!!!

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Martin Jordan, January 22, 2013

Sometimes it take a well known star to bring attention to things the world normally turns away from, thank you Mr Hanks, from a NF1 suffer in the UK

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Emily Kleeman, September 27, 2013

My nephew's wish from Make A Wish was to meet Tom Hanks. The organization in Pennsylvania was told from a rep of Mr. Hanks "Mr. Hanks doesn't do wishes" Obviously this isn't true- PLEASE someone get this message to him and help fix this!His name is Ian Gardner and he is from Pennsylvania!!